The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has issued a public scam alert after receiving reports of fraudulent websites, fake internet banking login screens, phishing emails and other scams linked to Chong Hing Bank Limited and Ant Bank (Hong Kong) Limited. The HKMA reminded the public that banks will not send SMS messages or emails containing embedded hyperlinks directing customers to bank websites to carry out transactions, and will not request sensitive information such as login passwords or One-Time Passwords by phone, email or SMS, including via embedded hyperlinks. The alert points affected individuals to contact the relevant bank using details in the bank’s corresponding press release and to report the matter to the Crime Wing Information Centre of the Hong Kong Police Force.
Hong Kong Monetary Authority 2026-02-12
Hong Kong Monetary Authority issues scam alert on fraudulent bank websites and phishing linked to Chong Hing Bank and Ant Bank Hong Kong
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority issued a scam alert about fraudulent websites, fake banking login screens, and phishing emails linked to Chong Hing Bank and Ant Bank (Hong Kong), reminding the public that banks won't request sensitive information via hyperlinks. Affected individuals should contact the relevant bank and report incidents to the Crime Wing Information Centre of the Hong Kong Police.